The Modern | New York, New York, United States, Manhattan

The Modern

EST. 2005

9 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA

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Part of the USHG family, The Modern is a two Michelin-starred, contemporary American restaurant

The Lowdown

Type: Museum Restaurant / Private Dining

Views: Garden

Style: Contemporary
Elegant

Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Part of the Union Square Hospitality Group family, The Modern is a two Michelin-starred, contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art.

The refined, unexpectedly playful dishes of Executive Chef Thomas Allan and Executive Pastry Chef Nicholas Henn highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality, while design plays a major role in every aspect of the dining experience.

Capacity

Seated: 100

Buffet: N/A

Standing: 250

Culinary Offerings

This section delves into the array of food types we offer, catering to different preferences.

Cusine types: American Cuisine
Cusine offerings: THOMAS ALLAN
Executive Chef

Born in England and raised in Texas, Thomas Allan’s passion for the culinary arts led him to New York at age 19, where he began his career as a line cook at Union Square Hospitality Group’s Blue Smoke in 2007. Soon after, Thomas enrolled at the International Culinary Center where he received his Grand Diplome with an emphasis on French cuisine. Following graduation, he returned to USHG joining
Eleven Madison Park and trained under Daniel Humm and Abram Bissell, becoming an award-winning sous chef at age 22.

In 2012, after years of admiring the Modernist French cuisine of Chef Yannick Alleno from afar, he moved to Paris to work as his sous chef at Le Meurice. In 2014, Thomas rejoined the USHG family as Chef de Cuisine at The Modern, and over the years has contributed to its many accolades, including gaining a second Michelin star. Thomas was named Executive Chef of The Modern in February 2020.

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Does this include catering fees?: No

Estimated price per head: from $200 to $400

Additional charges: Please inquire for pricing regarding any party size, including a buyout request

Full venue buyout option: from $75,000 to $400,000

Insurance: Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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Event Logistics and Amenities

(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)

Celebrations hosted here since: 2005
Curfew: 12 AM
Venue spaces: Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering: Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol: Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music: No Amplified Music Allowed
Smoking: Non-smoking Venue

Amenities

Wifi
Dining Chairs
Dining Tables
Onsite Restrooms

Venue Features

Design:: Located within The Museum of Modern Art, The Modern has its own street entrance neighboring Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and numerous hotels and theaters. Inspired by the Bauhaus movement, The Modern was created by architects Bentel & Bentel and offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home.
Standout venue features:: Its award-winning cuisine, extensive and diverse wine selection, unmatched design aesthetic, and caring hospitality makes The Modern the perfect venue for events large and small.

Awards & Notables

Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

Since its debut in 2005, The Modern has earned two Michelin stars, three stars from The New York Times, the Grand Award from Wine Spectator and four James Beard Awards, including Best New Restaurant, Outstanding Wine Service, and Outstanding Restaurant Design.

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges

This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.

Founded by Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group, The Modern is a two Michelin-starred, contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art.

Executive Chef Thomas Allan's refined, unexpectedly playful dishes highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in three distinct culinary experiences: a bold prix fixe menu in The Modern, overlooking MoMA's Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden; an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room; and a bespoke tasting menu in the heart of the kitchen at The Kitchen Table.

Complementing Chef Allan’s menus, an extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in wines both classic and emerging regions. The restaurant's design by the New York-based architecture firm Bentel & Bentel offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home.

Celebration Locations

This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.